Prairie doubles finalist pair claim runner-up glory
Iowa City West seniors Anthony Medina and Derek Hua finished second in the state doubles final to Pleasant Valley’s Karthik Ganesh and Jatin Kodavatiganti 6-2 6-2. Medina called the run a victory over seed expectations after entering as the four seed. Cedar Rapids Xavier swept state titles with Charlie Le Grand winning singles and Bennett Link with Jacob Schmit taking doubles.
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South Winneshiek takes second in Class 1A golf state meet
South Winneshiek finishes second at the Class 1A state golf tournament at South Hills, totaling 638 to trail champion Boyden Hull. Carson Streeter leads with 72 on Wednesday as Cale Kleppe and Braiden Todd also post solid rounds, while Hillcrest Academy’s Laim Schrock earns runner up medalist honors.
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Oelwein
Brandon Tournier
Gates Park Golf Course
Rupp Emphasizes Mindset In High School Golf Rise
Linn Cedar Rapids coach Chris James hails Iowa teen Rupp as a top competitor who places 90 percent of her game in the mental realm. The junior uses breathing, slow routine, motivational quotes, and occasional songs to stay calm and present during matches amid a strong local 4A crop led by Ainsley Wilson and Jane Petersen.
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Linn-Mar Lions Seek State Bid With Des Moines Roosevelt Showdown
Linn-Mar soccer hopes to host a pivotal clash against 4A second-ranked Des Moines Roosevelt after a late insurance goal by Seth Comer sealed a 2-1 semifinal win. Coach Corey Brinkmeyer emphasizes their tough schedule, home-field advantage, and the drive to reach state for the first time since 2016. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. at Mediacom Stadium.
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